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Job Ref No. ECC0-175S Position Type: Catering Pay Range: NJC SCP 4-6 (26,016 -£26,847 FTE)
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 02/11/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: TBC with shortlisted candidates  

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We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiasticAssistant Cookto join our friendly catering team at Camulos Academy.The successful candidate will support the Catering Manager and team in preparing healthy, nutritious, and appetising meals for our children and staff each day.

You will help ensure that all meals are produced to a high standard, maintaining excellent levels of food hygiene and kitchen safety.


Key duties and responsibilities:

  • To provide assistance with preparation, cooking and service of food to the required standard.
  • To follow menu plans agreed with the Catering Manager for lunch service on the section you are responsible for
  • To deputise for the Catering Manager as required.
  • To take responsibility for the supervision of other kitchen staff during lunch service.
  • To follow the menu and recipes agreed
  • To occasionally assist with special functions which may be outside of normal working hours.
  • To carry out cleaning duties within the kitchen and dining areas as required.
  • To follow sound hygiene practices.
  • To ensure that health and safety regulations are adhered to in working practices.
  • To assist with the issue and recording of catering supplies as required.
  • To assist with the operation of control procedures as required.
  • To report immediately any accidents, fire, theft, loss, damage, or unfit food or other irregularities and take such action as may be appropriate or possible.

In return we can offer:

  • A commitment to you and your professional development
  • Friendly, supportive, enthusiastic and hardworking colleagues, staff and Governors
  • A growing learning community
  • Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference

This post is part time time (25 hrs per week) Working hours are Monday to Friday 9:00am-2:00pm. The acutal annual salary is£15,069 -£15,550.

Please note the interviews will be confirmed with shortlisted candidiates.Vacancy may be closed earlier if a suitable applicant applies and is appointed.

Why Work with REAch2 Academy Trust?

Join REAch2 Academy Trust, one of the UK's largest primary academy trusts, with a mission to unlock the potential of every child, regardless of their background. Here's why joining our team can be an exciting and fulfilling career choice:

  • Excellence & Development: We prioritise high standards and offer extensive professional development and career growth opportunities.
  • Supportive & Collaborative: Be part of a strong, collaborative community of over 60 schools where every voice is valued, and best practices are shared.
  • Well-being Focus: We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer robust well-being support for all staff.
  • Diversity & Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and believe that varied perspectives strengthen our schools.
  • Innovation & Impact: Bring creativity to the classroom and make a real difference in children's lives.
  • Making a difference: Working with REAch2 means contributing to something bigger than yourself. You'll be helping to shape the lives of young learners, making a meaningful impact on communities and future generations.

Join us to grow your career, collaborate with passionate educators, and make a lasting impact on future generations.

Information about the School

Our school, which opened in September 2016, was built in the area known as the Northern Gateway to the north of Britain’s oldest recorded Roman town, Colchester. An area that has been developed to create a place where local people and visitors alike can choose how they can shape healthy, active lifestyles for themselves and their families.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact Information

Gemma Smith-Lynch
Camulos Academy
Whitmore Drive, Colchester
Essex, CO4 6AL
Telephone: 01206-588588
Email: head@camulosacademy.co.uk

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